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Governance Upskilling for Board Members

Good governance is essential to the sustainability and continuous improvement of independent schools. CAIS supports Board members and Governors through practical governance programming, leadership development opportunities, and resources designed specifically for independent school contexts.


Governance Programs and Resources

Governance Guide

A practical governance resource designed for independent school Boards.

CAIS member schools can access a complimentary digital version through CAIS Connect. Print copies for purchase.

Order a print copy of the Governance Guide

 

Download a digital copy

 CAIS Governance Guide

New Chairs Orientation

Exclusive to CAIS member schools, this orientation supports incoming Board Chairs as they transition into the role and navigate the unique governance responsibilities of independent schools.

Governance Workshops

Interactive virtual workshops designed to support independent school board members with practical governance insights, current issues, and peer-informed discussion.

Advisory Support Through CAIServices

Our seasoned advisors offer support to all independent schools in governance, strategic planning, leadership transition, risk review, and board development.

Learn more about CAIServices

Fireside Chats

Timely conversations with Canadian and international experts on emerging issues relevant to independent school Boards.

Upcoming Governance Workshops (via Zoom)

Hosted by: Richard Powers from Rotman School of Business, Toronto
Hosted by: Richard Powers from Rotman School of Business, Toronto
Hosted by: Richard Powers from Rotman School of Business, Toronto

These interactive two-hour virtual workshops provide practical guidance and governance-focused discussion designed specifically for independent school Board members.

Workshop Dates

Choose the session that best fits your schedule:

  • October 7, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM ET
  • December 2, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM ET
  • February 2, 2027 | 6:00–8:00 PM ET
  • May 5, 2027 | 6:00–8:00 PM ET

Registration

Board Members at CAIS Schools

  • These workshops are complimentary for Board Members at CAIS schools.
  • Please do not register or submit payment through the non-member form.
  • Please register through CAIS Connect using the complimentary registration option.
  • Log in to CAIS Connect

Non-Member Registration

  • This registration form is for non-members only.
  • If your school is a member of CIS Ontario, ISABC, or QAIS, the fee is $75 per session.
  • For all other participants, the fee is $150 per session.
  • After submitting the form and payment, you will be redirected to a Zoom registration form. Once Zoom registration is complete, you will receive the information needed to attend the webinar.
  • All payments are non-refundable.
  • Register as a non-member

 

FIRESIDE CHATS ON EMERGING AND IMPORTANT ISSUES

Timely conversations with Canadian and international experts on governance issues relevant to independent school Boards. All sessions take place virtually via Zoom.

  • CAIS Member Schools: Complimentary participation
  • Non-members affiliated with CIS Ontario, ISABC, or QAIS: $75 per session
  • All other non-members: $150 per session
  • Refunds will not be issued for non-members who do not attend. All payments are non-refundable.

We welcome ideas for future governance topics and speakers. If there is an issue your Board would like to explore, or if you would like to recommend a speaker or contribute expertise to the network, please contact Anand Mahadevan at anand@cais.ca.

2026–2027 Fireside Chats

Cybersecurity Risks and Governance: 2027 Update
Cybersecurity Risks and Governance: 2027 Update

Cybersecurity Risks and Governance 

Hosted by: Michael Parent from SFU Beedie School of Business, Vancouver
Date & Time: January 19 at 6-7 PM ET
CAIS Members: Please log in to CAIS Connect to register at no cost.
Non-members: Register here.